1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (320 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
