1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 200 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 2004 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 2004 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |