2001 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
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 Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 1995 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
