2009 BMW 125 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 125 Camaro
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 319 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.5
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 72 L


 

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