2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 272 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 330 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
