2008 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
