1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
