2011 BMW 128 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 128 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2240 mm |
