2001 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, both 2001 BMW 320 and 2001 Toyota BB were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB, 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 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2001 Toyota BB | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | BB |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |