1990 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW M3 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |