1997 BMW S3 vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, both 1997 BMW S3 and 1997 Toyota Paseo were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 BMW S3 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 1997 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW S3 | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | S3 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 130 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |