1992 Toyota Century vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Century | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Century | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
