2001 Toyota Supra vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Supra | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Supra | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2053 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
