1983 BMW M6 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 1 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 405 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 1983 BMW M6 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 1983 BMW M6. 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Camry |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |