1982 Toyota Camry vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 700 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2130 mm |
