2004 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |