1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
