1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Previa | 328 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
