1996 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M3 (305 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
