2007 BMW 335 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
