1995 Toyota Supra vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Supra | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Supra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
