1995 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW M5 1992 Toyota Carina
Make BMW Toyota
Model M5 Carina
Year Released 1995 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3794 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2590 mm


 

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