2006 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
