1985 Toyota Model F vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Model F | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Model F | 120 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |