2009 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4097 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
