2005 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |