2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 307 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |