2007 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1983 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1983 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |