1993 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 645 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
