1967 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Corolla | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 125 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |