2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Camry | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
