2002 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 121 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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 (569 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
