2012 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 740 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Model F |
Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2240 mm |