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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 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. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 413 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. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 BMW 335 1989 Toyota Blizzard
Make BMW Toyota
Model 335 Blizzard
Year Released 2009 1989
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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