2001 BMW M vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |