2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 and 2008 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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:

2008 BMW 328 2008 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 328 Camry
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 268 HP
Torque 271 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L