1996 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 223 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |