1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 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 174 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | X1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
