2003 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 427 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |