2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (250 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
