1976 BMW 630 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 272 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 630 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |