1993 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |