Toyota Supra MKIV Drift
Toyota Supra MKIV Drift (BDC (Drift))
The Toyota Supra MKIV Drift is the legendary A80 chassis turned into a smoke-making, angle-hungry drift machine. Based on Toyota’s iconic 1990s performance coupe, it combines a stout inline-six platform, rear-wheel-drive balance, and turbocharged punch with the kind of modded setup that makes it right at home in tandem battles and solo style runs.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.0L twin-turbocharged 2JZ-GTE inline-6, front-engine, longitudinal
Total Output: ~320 hp
Redline: ~6,800–7,200 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual or drift-spec sequential setup
Weight: ~1,560 kg
Dimensions: ~4,510 mm long × 1,811 mm wide × 1,275 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,550 mm
Tires: Performance drift tires on staggered aftermarket wheels
Brakes: Ventilated discs with upgraded performance calipers
Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The Supra MKIV Drift is a torque-rich, predictable drift platform that rewards throttle control and steering commitment. Its long wheelbase and balanced chassis make it forgiving at initiation, while the twin-turbo six gives you enough mid-range punch to keep the rear tires lit through long corners and linked transitions. It’s the kind of car that feels stable at angle but still alive in your hands, making it a favorite for both experienced drifters and drivers learning to hold consistent slides.
Engine & Sound: The 2JZ delivers that classic turbo straight-six character — deep, mechanical, and full of spool noise as boost builds. Off-throttle it’s smooth and subdued, but once the turbos come on song the engine takes on a harder-edged, boosted growl that fits the Supra’s street-legend personality. In the sim, the sound mix usually emphasizes turbo flutter, wastegate chatter, and tire roar as the car moves sideways.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Stable at angle with progressive breakaway, making it easy to set and hold drift lines.
Traction: Strong enough to be controllable, but plenty of wheelspin available when you want to extend a slide.
Braking: Solid and dependable, useful for feint entries and late initiation.
Top Speed: More than adequate for drift circuits and fast sweepers, though the focus is on acceleration and control rather than maximum velocity.
Driving Style Tip: Use smooth clutch kicks, feints, and measured throttle inputs to keep the chassis settled. The Supra rewards drivers who can balance momentum with boost — too aggressive and you’ll spin, too timid and the car will straighten out. It shines on technical drift layouts with long linked corners and enough room to build angle without overcorrecting.
Livery & Aesthetics: The A80 Supra is instantly recognizable, with its rounded 1990s shape, iconic headlight design, and huge tuning-car presence. In drift trim it looks even more aggressive, wearing wide-body kits, vents, wing extensions, and bold sponsor graphics that make it a crowd favorite at any event.
Whether you’re chasing perfect angle, running tandem battles, or just laying down tire smoke for style points, the Toyota Supra MKIV Drift is one of the most iconic and satisfying drift cars in sim racing.