2007 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
