1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1068 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |