1986 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 775 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
