2008 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
