1978 BMW 320 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1978 BMW 320 and 1978 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 BMW 320.
Because 1978 BMW 320 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 1978 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 320 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |