1999 BMW 845 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 845 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 845 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2852 mm |
