2009 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
