2009 BMW 130 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
