2001 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 227 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |