2009 BMW 135 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 135 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |