1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 118 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
