2007 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |