1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 2.8 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
