2007 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
