2007 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
