1997 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
