2008 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
