1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |