1990 BMW 518 vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 518 | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |