2009 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 335 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 Weight | 1320 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |