1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
