2009 BMW 125 vs. 2001 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2001 Toyota Supra
Make BMW Toyota
Model 125 Supra
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 45 L


 

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