1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 10 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 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 47 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F. 1996 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
