2009 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
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 330 (315 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
