1998 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Model F |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |