1995 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 1995 BMW 318 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 1995 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 318 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Camry |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |