2005 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |