2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
