1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corolla | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 330 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
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 | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |