2009 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
