2000 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.

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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325. 1994 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make BMW Toyota
Model 325 Lexcen
Year Released 2000 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm