1989 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Lexcen | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Lexcen | 316 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
