2004 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
