1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 123 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |