1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corolla | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 325 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
