2004 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
