1974 Toyota Century vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Century | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Century | 320 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |