1983 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.
Because 1983 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Will |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |