2008 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
