1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1971 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 640 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |