1998 BMW 729 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 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 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 729 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |
