2008 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
