1998 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1998 BMW 325 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 1998 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
