2006 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
