2007 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |