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BloodUSMC · 04-20-2011, 08:07 AM

Camaro V6 vs 2011 335i Convertible?
Both automatic.

Camaro V6 2LT, MRT 1.0 exhaust, Roto Fab intake.

335i - completely stock.

EDIT: Sorry guys this is a double post.

tjudah87 · 04-20-2011, 09:07 AM

Wow there is quite a large price difference between the 2 for starters.

TeamSimmons · 04-20-2011, 09:17 AM

335 is a beast almost a fair race vs ss stock. 328 vs v6 is a fair race.

jnaugle775 · 04-20-2011, 10:00 AM

you will get smoked!! I have a 328I and its a quick as a v6 and the 335 is twin turbo beast

InvaderMoose · 04-20-2011, 10:05 AM

get the 335i.

I used to have the v6 but it was too slow, and you cant really have a muscle car without the muscle. If you're looking for a daily driver with a bit of luxury, the 335i. If you want a daily driver made of plastic, the v6. Plus the 335i is faster.

Not Far From Par · 04-20-2011, 10:17 AM

I looked very closely at used 335i & 645 before purchasing our new 2SS..
I really liked the 335i.. responsive & "fun" if you will, to drive.. reminded me more of my autocross days... Although I did not purchase it.. I think it would be a great car for those who would not be doing alot of travel.. That being why I looked more into the 645.. which was just as much fun.. while being more comfortable & whisper quiet..
I agree with above poster however.. comparing the 335 to V6 car is unfair.. Though I did not even look at the V6 cars, so obviously didn't test drive one.. the raw power & comfort of the 2SS we have fit me much better than either BMW..
Also... cost to maintain scared me away from either as well.. You can plea warranty all you want.. unless you don't keep cars long (or lease) they do expire.. I will admit.. I am more bias as our closest BMW dealership is over an hour away..
My choice was easy as I log alot of highway miles.. Wanted a comfortable highway flyer, that got "OK" mileage, yet was still fun to be in...
& to quote another agent in my office... I had the 335 with me on a day long test drive & he mentioned...
"anyone can own a 3-series.."
I just laughed it off, as I don't bring home near the $$ he does.. but I got his point..
If you are like me, & your car speaks about who you are.. 9/10 people won't know, nor care what a beast the 335i is..
but 9/10 will stare at any 2010-2011 Camaro

Justification · 04-20-2011, 10:23 AM

We talking a race or a purchase?
Blonde or redhead? Each has it's advantages and disadvantages.

My vote would be the BMW.
Handles better, is faster, better mileage.
But the Camaro has a cool factor the BMW does not. Maintenance much cheaper, less often, and easier on the Camaro too.

InvaderMoose · 04-20-2011, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justification

We talking a race or a purchase?
Blonde or redhead? Each has it's advantages and disadvantages.

My vote would be the BMW.
Handles better, is faster, better mileage.
But the Camaro has a cool factor the BMW does not. Maintenance much cheaper, less often, and easier on the Camaro too.

Dont forget though, although Camaro has a cool factor, the v6 does not.
(I love the v6, tis great to drive, but in my time of owning one.. ugh)

Person1: Hey nice Camaro!
You: Thanks.
Person1: Sooo is it the v8?
You: Its a v6
Person1: ..oooohhh.....

the 12k I lost on trade-in was worth it, because 80% of the people who saw my V6 were immediately turned off by the fact it had 2 less cylinders.

MrandMrsNinja · 04-20-2011, 10:29 AM

335i would murder the V6 camaro

i used to have a 335i but got tired of the HPFP so we sold it :(

we now own a 325i and a LT camaro:
from our experience my 325i hangs with the C5 until about 40 and then the C5 will pull about a car length off of the 3. from a roll though the BMW comletely leaves the C5 behind.

Our 325i pushes out 215HP at the crank--335i is RATED at 300HP (i still think that is low). Even the e90 (sedan) weighs 400lbs less than the camaro.

Moral of the story. Leave the 335i alone in a v6 camaro. If you had a SS then thats would change everything i believe.

b4z · 04-20-2011, 11:19 AM

what is HPFP?

KMPrenger · 04-20-2011, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InvaderMoose

Dont forget though, although Camaro has a cool factor, the v6 does not.
(I love the v6, tis great to drive, but in my time of owning one.. ugh)

Person1: Hey nice Camaro!
You: Thanks.
Person1: Sooo is it the v8?
You: Its a v6
Person1: ..oooohhh.....

the 12k I lost on trade-in was worth it, because 80% of the people who saw my V6 were immediately turned off by the fact it had 2 less cylinders.

lol.

So the SS is a cool Camaro while the V6 is not?

Glad you spent 12K more so you could get the approval of others.

I could've had an SS, but in the end being able to plenty of disposible income to help support myself, my fiancee, our upcomming marriage, home improvements, and other life style hobbies won over being able to say "Its a V8".

EDIT:...not wanting to start the millionth "V6 vs V8" debate. SS is king of course, but come on. Glad you finally got what you wanted though.

InvaderMoose · 04-20-2011, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KMPrenger

lol.

So the SS is a cool Camaro while the V6 is not?

Glad you spent 12K more so you could get the approval of others.

I could've had an SS, but in the end being able to plenty of disposible income to help support myself, my fiancee, our upcomming marriage, home improvements, and other life style hobbies won over being able to say "Its a V8".

.. In my other post I mention I thought it was too slow.

NYJets77 · 04-20-2011, 12:28 PM

335i: old dude's car that looks like every other BMW

Camaro: rockstar!

SSPower · 04-20-2011, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b4z

what is HPFP?

High Pressure Fuel Pump

04-20-2011, 08:07 AM	#1
BloodUSMC Blood Sucking War Machine Drives: Black 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS - A6 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Northern, NJ Posts: 661	Camaro V6 vs 335i? Camaro V6 vs 2011 335i Convertible? Both automatic. Camaro V6 2LT, MRT 1.0 exhaust, Roto Fab intake. 335i - completely stock. EDIT: Sorry guys this is a double post. __________________ BLACK 2011 2LT/RS COUPE. Roto Fab Intake, MRT 1.0, OBX LT Headers, Magnaflow resonated x pipe, Trifecta Tune Last edited by BloodUSMC; 04-20-2011 at 08:23 AM.

04-20-2011, 09:07 AM	#2
tjudah87 Drives: 16 Camaro 1LT SIM Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 281 View My Garage	Wow there is quite a large price difference between the 2 for starters. __________________ Every day confirms my opinion on the superiority of a vicious life -- and if Virtue is not its own reward I don't know any other stipend annexed to it.

04-20-2011, 09:17 AM	#3
TeamSimmons Drives: 2011 Summit White Vert 6MT 1LT RS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 29	335 is a beast almost a fair race vs ss stock. 328 vs v6 is a fair race. __________________ : the all white drop 03/19/2011 - (1100) 03/19/2011 - (1102) 03/21/2011 - (2000) 03/22/2011 - (2500) 03/22/2011 - (3000) 04/18/2011 - (3100) 04/18/2011 - (3300) Order scheduled for production. Order is scheduled into the plant build cycle. TPW 5/2

04-20-2011, 10:05 AM	#5
InvaderMoose Drives: 2010 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 958	get the 335i. I used to have the v6 but it was too slow, and you cant really have a muscle car without the muscle. If you're looking for a daily driver with a bit of luxury, the 335i. If you want a daily driver made of plastic, the v6. Plus the 335i is faster. __________________ Engine/Appearance: 530 RWHP Whipple supercharger, Full JBA Exhaust, Ported TB, Cold Air Inductions & ADM Scoop /Complete new paint, 20" Forgestar F14s, Sinister hood, SLP Spoiler, AAC Halos, P13W Fogs

04-20-2011, 10:17 AM	#6
Not Far From Par Drives: 2010 2SS RS VR Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: E.Washington Posts: 88	I looked very closely at used 335i & 645 before purchasing our new 2SS.. I really liked the 335i.. responsive & "fun" if you will, to drive.. reminded me more of my autocross days... Although I did not purchase it.. I think it would be a great car for those who would not be doing alot of travel.. That being why I looked more into the 645.. which was just as much fun.. while being more comfortable & whisper quiet.. I agree with above poster however.. comparing the 335 to V6 car is unfair.. Though I did not even look at the V6 cars, so obviously didn't test drive one.. the raw power & comfort of the 2SS we have fit me much better than either BMW.. Also... cost to maintain scared me away from either as well.. You can plea warranty all you want.. unless you don't keep cars long (or lease) they do expire.. I will admit.. I am more bias as our closest BMW dealership is over an hour away.. My choice was easy as I log alot of highway miles.. Wanted a comfortable highway flyer, that got "OK" mileage, yet was still fun to be in... & to quote another agent in my office... I had the 335 with me on a day long test drive & he mentioned... "anyone can own a 3-series.." I just laughed it off, as I don't bring home near the $$ he does.. but I got his point.. If you are like me, & your car speaks about who you are.. 9/10 people won't know, nor care what a beast the 335i is.. but 9/10 will stare at any 2010-2011 Camaro Last edited by Not Far From Par; 04-20-2011 at 10:19 AM. Reason: oops

04-20-2011, 10:00 AM	#4
jnaugle775 Drives: 2011 Imperial Bluw 1SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Montoursville PA Posts: 49	you will get smoked!! I have a 328I and its a quick as a v6 and the 335 is twin turbo beast

04-20-2011, 10:23 AM	#7
Justification Drives: Red 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Utah Posts: 254 View My Garage	We talking a race or a purchase? Blonde or redhead? Each has it's advantages and disadvantages. My vote would be the BMW. Handles better, is faster, better mileage. But the Camaro has a cool factor the BMW does not. Maintenance much cheaper, less often, and easier on the Camaro too.

04-20-2011, 10:29 AM	#9
MrandMrsNinja Drives: 11' SGM 2SS/13' GT/08' F-150 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: League City, Tx Posts: 1,264	335i would murder the V6 camaro i used to have a 335i but got tired of the HPFP so we sold it :( we now own a 325i and a LT camaro: from our experience my 325i hangs with the C5 until about 40 and then the C5 will pull about a car length off of the 3. from a roll though the BMW comletely leaves the C5 behind. Our 325i pushes out 215HP at the crank--335i is RATED at 300HP (i still think that is low). Even the e90 (sedan) weighs 400lbs less than the camaro. Moral of the story. Leave the 335i alone in a v6 camaro. If you had a SS then thats would change everything i believe.

04-20-2011, 11:19 AM	#10
b4z Drives: '06 Pontiac GTO M6, '19 F150 2.7TT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 1,425	what is HPFP?

04-20-2011, 12:28 PM	#13
NYJets77 Drives: 2013 2LT/RS Summit White Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NY Posts: 1,283	335i: old dude's car that looks like every other BMW Camaro: rockstar!

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