2001 BMW M vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 214 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |