1978 BMW 628 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Because 1978 BMW 628 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 1978 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
