1971 BMW Touring vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 1987 Toyota Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 776 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1987 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | Century |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |