2005 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
