2000 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |