2000 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |