1987 BMW 628 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 628 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 1987 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 BMW 628 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |