2005 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
