1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 567 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 2002 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 2002 | Supra |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |