1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tercel | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |
