1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 118 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |