2001 Toyota Soarer vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
Because 2008 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Soarer. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Soarer | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Soarer | 645 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |