2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 12 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 729 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Camry 2013 BMW 6 series
Make Toyota BMW
Model Camry 6 series
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2446 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 437 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0 :1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 2089 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2081 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L