2006 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
