2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. 1996 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
