2002 BMW 332 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 345 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 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:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
