2007 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
