2000 Toyota Soarer vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Soarer | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Soarer | 523 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |