2004 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |