1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 535 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3071 mm |