1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 2002 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
