1994 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 142 kg more than 1994 BMW 316.
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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F. 1986 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
