1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2761 mm |
