2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 128 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 2010 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 128 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
