2004 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
