1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 7 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |