1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 38 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), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1330 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.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | X6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 600 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 | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |