1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 26 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |