2004 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 1988 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
