2008 BMW 745 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 702 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
