2009 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |