2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
