2007 BMW X5 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
