1982 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1982 Toyota Supra.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Supra. (197 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Supra | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Supra | 335 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
