1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 14 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 38 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 325 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
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 Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |