2007 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
