2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
