1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 330 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
