2009 BMW 740 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1977 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
