1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 15 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 258 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 208 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 118 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |