1991 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
