1986 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 19 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 605 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
Because 1986 BMW M3 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 1986 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Previa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |