1988 BMW 535 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 535 | Model F |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |