2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
