1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
