1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 316 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
