1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 325 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |