1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 220 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 325 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |