1989 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Supra | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Supra | 116 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |