2004 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Century (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1765 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 |
