1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Pickster | Camaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1377 mm |