1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
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 Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
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 Lexcen (295 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
