1993 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 1995 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |