2007 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 10 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 360 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 750 Camaro
Year Released 2007 1997
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 362 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2570 mm


 

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