2008 BMW 545 vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Supra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1991 Toyota Supra. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |