1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
