2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Tercel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |