1989 BMW 850 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Model F |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |