2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
