1995 BMW S3 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 851 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | S3 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 443 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3099 mm |