2009 BMW 125 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 125 | Cressida |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |