1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 903 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
