1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | X3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
