1999 BMW M28i vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, both 1999 BMW M28i and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 155 kg more than 1999 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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model M28i Camaro
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 320 HP
Torque 355 Nm 468 Nm
Top Speed 212 km/hour 255 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2570 mm


 

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