2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza

To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Toyota Altezza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 161 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 (330 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW M3 2001 Toyota Altezza
Make BMW Toyota
Model M3 Altezza
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 200 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1396 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm


 

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