1994 BMW 854 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 854 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 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 854 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
