1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 19 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, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 335 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 328 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
