2008 BMW 120 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
