1975 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |