1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 325 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1406 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |