1996 Toyota Paseo vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 2006 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Paseo has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Paseo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Paseo | 2006 BMW 630 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Paseo | 630 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |