1999 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
