2009 BMW 650 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |