1968 Toyota 1000 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota 1000 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |