1988 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Toyota Crown.
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. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 1995 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Crown |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |