1993 Toyota Aristo vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Aristo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Aristo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Aristo | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Aristo | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
