2009 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 1983 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
