2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
