2000 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Cressida |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |