2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |