1991 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |