1996 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |