1999 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |