1996 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, both 1996 BMW M3 and 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |