2005 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |