2007 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Model F |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |