1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 14 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 21 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 70 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |