1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
