2003 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
