1985 Toyota Cressida vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Cressida | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Cressida | 116 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2759 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
