1992 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 BMW 650

To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Toyota Camry 2012 BMW 650
Make Toyota BMW
Model Camry 650
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2958 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 129 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4894 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1894 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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