1995 BMW 317 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, both 1995 BMW 317 and 1995 Toyota Starlet were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 317 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1995 BMW 317 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 1995 BMW 317. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 317 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
