1990 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Camry | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 740 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
