2008 BMW 116 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
