1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 126 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 2010 BMW 325 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. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 325 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |