1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
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 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Lexcen | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Lexcen | 120 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |