2007 BMW M vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M | Camaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |