1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 BMW X3

To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Toyota Camry 2010 BMW X3
Make Toyota BMW
Model Camry X3
Year Released 1987 2010
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2507 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4569 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1676 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2797 mm


 

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