2009 BMW 120 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
