1986 BMW 316 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 316 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |