1998 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
