1997 Toyota Century vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Century would be higher. Both 1997 Toyota Century and 2010 BMW M6 are equipped with a 5,000 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Toyota Century.
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. 1997 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Century | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Century | M6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 500 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
