2007 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Camry | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
