1986 BMW 735 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 1986 BMW 735 and 1986 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 BMW 735 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 1986 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1986 BMW 735 1986 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 735 Camry
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3430 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm


 

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