2009 BMW 125 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 125 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
