2007 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |