1972 BMW 520 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW 520 (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
