2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
