2009 BMW 125 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 125 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
