1996 BMW 523 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 BMW 523. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 523 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |