2006 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (188 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
