2009 BMW 328 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
