1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 16 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
