1999 BMW M28i vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M28i (355 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M28i | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
