1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 525 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corona | 328 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2252 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |