1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1975 BMW Coupe 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 1975 BMW Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
