2001 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, 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, 2001 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
