2008 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
