1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1969 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 125 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |