2007 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 1999 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
