BMW Z3 vs Chevrolet Camaro
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2024 Chevrolet Camaro
Overview
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Chevrolet Camaro1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5i | 1LT |
| Body style | Convertible | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2002 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Chevrolet Camaro1LT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,300 | $30,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $18,073 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $18,073 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $18,073 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Chevrolet Camaro1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Chevrolet Camaro1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 335 hp (best) |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | 284 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Chevrolet Camaro1LT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 9.1 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,899 lbs (best) | 3,411 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 96.3 in | 110.7 in (best) |
| Length | 159.4 in | 188.3 in (best) |
| Width | 68.5 in | 74.7 in (best) |
| Height | 50.9 in | 53.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Chevrolet Camaro1LT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 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 pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | BMW Z3 | Chevrolet Camaro |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5i $31,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1LT $30,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.0i $37,700 MSRP | 1LT $36,900 MSRP |
| 3 | 3.0i $37,900 MSRP | 2LT $32,900 MSRP |
| 4 | M $44,990 MSRP | 2LT $38,900 MSRP |
| 5 | M $45,990 MSRP | 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 |
