1992 BMW 538 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 538 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 1992 BMW 538. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 538 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
