1995 BMW 317 vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 317 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
