2002 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
