2007 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
