2005 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
