1986 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 940 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |