2001 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 316 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 316 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
