2001 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
