1993 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |