2001 BMW 318 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
