2008 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Quantum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 20.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |