2006 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 646 kg more than 2006 BMW 730.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
