2007 BMW 323 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 2007 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
