2008 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |