1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1120 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 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 730 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 730 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |