1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corona | Z4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2497 mm |