1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 530 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |