2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
