2008 BMW 528 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
