2007 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 190 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
