2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 947 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 Zenvo ST1. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm) has 1210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zenvo |
| Model | Camry | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3055 mm |
