2009 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
