2007 BMW 118 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 118 | Model F |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |