2009 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
