1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Carina | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Carina | 325 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |