1998 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 BMW 750

To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW 750 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 2010 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 2010 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Toyota Camry 2010 BMW 750
Make Toyota BMW
Model Camry 750
Year Released 1998 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2164 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1902 mm


 

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