1996 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 8 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 50 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 16 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
