2008 BMW 545 vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |