1989 BMW 750 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |