1996 BMW 745 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 745 | Model F |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |