1977 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 520 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 1977 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1977 BMW 520 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Sera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |