2008 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 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 182 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 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:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| 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 | 141 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
