1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Toyota Supra is newer by 21 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), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1992 Toyota Supra (259 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 2002 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
