2005 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
