1987 Toyota Century vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1987 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Century | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Century | 535 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2969 mm |
