1974 BMW Touring vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |