2009 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
