1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Cresta | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Cresta | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |