1996 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1996 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
