2007 BMW 760 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 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 760 (600 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 760 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
