2008 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
