1999 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Supra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
