1988 BMW 316 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 1988 BMW 316 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 1988 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 316 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |