1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 5.8 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
