1987 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Blizzard | 528 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
