2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 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 2012 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry. 2001 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Camry | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 650 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
