2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 13 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 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 474 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 343 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 9371 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 770 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 926 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 114.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 370 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1919 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
