2005 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
