1998 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 507 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |