1995 BMW 528 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 528 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 528 | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |