2009 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |