1992 BMW 318 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 78 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |