2006 BMW 740 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
