2001 BMW M vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Soarer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |