2006 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1589 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
