2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 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 | 1760 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |