1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona. 1979 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 2002 | Corona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |