2009 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
