2001 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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 M3 (330 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
