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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 513 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
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 | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1187 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 |
