1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 829 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corolla | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 320 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |