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BMW 318i vs Chevrolet Camaro

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1998 BMW 318i

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2024 Chevrolet Camaro

Overview

SpecBMW 318i318iChevrolet Camaro1LT
Selected trim318i1LT
Body styleSedanCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year19982024

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 318i318iChevrolet Camaro1LT
MSRP$0 (best)$30,900
Lowest listing price$8,998 (best)
Median listing price$29,998 (best)
Highest listing price$71,000 (best)
For sale now039 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 318i318iChevrolet Camaro1LT
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)20 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank16.4 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 318i318iChevrolet Camaro1LT
Horsepower138 hp335 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft284 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.9 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 318i318iChevrolet Camaro1LT
Seating4 seats (best)
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume9.1 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,954 lbs (best)3,411 lbs
Wheelbase106.3 in110.7 in (best)
Length174.5 in188.3 in (best)
Width66.9 in74.7 in (best)
Height54.8 in (best)53.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 318i318iChevrolet Camaro1LT
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 318iChevrolet Camaro
1

318i

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

1LT

$30,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

1LT

$36,900 MSRP

3

2LT

$32,900 MSRP

4

2LT

$38,900 MSRP

5

3LT

$36,900 MSRP

6

3LT

$42,900 MSRP

7

LT1

$38,800 MSRP

8

LT1

$44,800 MSRP

9

1SS

$42,300 MSRP

10

1SS

$48,300 MSRP

11

2SS

$47,300 MSRP

12

2SS

$53,300 MSRP

13

ZL1

$72,100 MSRP

14

ZL1

$78,100 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 318i vs Chevrolet Camaro FAQ

Which is better: 1998 BMW 318i or 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1998 BMW 318i vs 2024 Chevrolet Camaro on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1998 BMW 318i or 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1998 BMW 318i starts lower at $0. Live Chevrolet Camaro listings start at $8,998.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1998 BMW 318i or 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
The 1998 BMW 318i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1998 BMW 318i or 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
The 1998 BMW 318i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 1998 BMW 318i or 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
The 2024 Chevrolet Camaro leads on horsepower in this comparison (650).
Which has better seats: 1998 BMW 318i or 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
The 2024 Chevrolet Camaro leads on seats in this comparison (4).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 1998 BMW 318i vs 2024 Chevrolet Camaro?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Camaro (5/5 NHTSA overall).
BMW 318i vs Chevrolet Camaro: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer