1998 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |