1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 135 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 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Camry | 135 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |