1986 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 22 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 665 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |