1990 BMW 518 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 595 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 518 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
