2009 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 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 137 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
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 | 175 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |