1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325. 2001 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 325 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
