1957 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Corona | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corona | X5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
