2007 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |