2007 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 1991 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M3 1991 Toyota Lexcen
Make BMW Toyota
Model M3 Lexcen
Year Released 2007 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3245 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 338 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2740 mm


 

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