1983 BMW 323 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 203 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
