1973 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |