2002 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis will offer significantly more control. 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (250 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
