1982 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 1993 Toyota Aristo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1982 BMW 323. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 506 kg more than 1982 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Aristo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
