2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sparky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sparky would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sparky | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sparky | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1392 mm |
