1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corona | 320 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |