1995 BMW S3 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 1995 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
