2009 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1974 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |