1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 322 kg more than 1994 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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
