1996 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Supra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 351 Nm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |