2008 BMW 735 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 735 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
