2000 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
