2009 BMW 523 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 2009 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 523 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |