2008 BMW 335 vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
