1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1990 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F. 1990 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
