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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP). 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. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). 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 | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
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 | 1545 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |