1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 31 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), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 515 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Camry | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |