1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 576 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
