2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
