2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | Z4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 426 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |