2009 BMW 523 vs. 1982 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 523 (230 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Supra. (197 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1982 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
