2009 BMW 323 vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
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, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
