2002 BMW 760 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 12 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 BMW 760 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 2002 BMW 760. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 760 1990 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 760 Camry
Year Released 2002 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2094 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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