2008 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 765 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
