2009 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
