1976 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Corona | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corona | 528 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2969 mm |