1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
