1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 118 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |