1983 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Toyota Supra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 422 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Supra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |