1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |