2009 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
