2001 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
