1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 BMW X6

To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Toyota Corona 2011 BMW X6
Make Toyota BMW
Model Corona X6
Year Released 1968 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1857 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 480 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 779 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 2615 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4879 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1689 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 85 L


 

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