1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 82 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 316 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |