1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 118 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
