1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 730 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |