1986 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |