1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 328 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |