1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 803 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Carina | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |