Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Chevrolet Camaro | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 400 hp@5900 410 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 112.3 in | -5 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 190.4 in | -13.7 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 75.5 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 53.9 in | 54.2 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3415 lb. | 3913 lb. | -498 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.3 in | 37.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 56.9 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 50.4 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 29.9 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 9.5 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
More padding, slightly larger than e46 sport seats, fully adjustable side bolsters and the Dakota leather seems thicker and softer than the e-46 leather. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
back support see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Heated, 8-way, with lumbar control: seems to have comfort covered for most drivers (wheel does not telescope). see full BMW 3-Series review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
My M3 is the only sports car I found that will comfortably fit a baby seat in the rear. :) see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
very little leg room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I have the coupe, the back seats are just an afterthought. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too small & cramped. Fit and finish was much less desirable than my past 1998 5 series BMW. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Small. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Entering and exiting and overall seat comfort are not designed for taller or larger drivers see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight for taller adults. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seats are comfortable, but due to the size of/shortness of the car there is not much legroom, a full size adult will have trouble getting their feet into the footwells. Mind you, the trunk space is immense for such a small car. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is little foot room and the ride is rough. see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
cramped see full BMW 3-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
what room see full BMW 3-Series review |
2010 Chevrolet Camaro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The interior leather seats are extremely comfortable to the point where my wife commented that she could sit in them for hours more.They are firm with good support. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
Envelops you in a cocoon from which to manage the beat within. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2010 Chevrolet Camaro Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
comfort is fine, but not for large adults. All the kids are gone now so no problem for me. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not to complain about a great car, but a muscle car like the Camaro is really bought as a 2 seater, but for short trips, can accomodate 4. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |