2008 BMW 130 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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 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 62 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
