2008 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
