1983 Toyota Century vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3.
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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century. 1983 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Century | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Century | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
