2001 BMW M vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris, 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 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |
