1977 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520.
Because 1977 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
