1981 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 519 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
