1996 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 325 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 1996 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
