2006 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
