1996 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (200 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
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1996 BMW 840 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 840 | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |