2001 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Caserta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Caserta would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 659 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 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 M3 (502 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2000 Toyota Caserta | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Caserta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 936 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
