1979 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 BMW 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 BMW 320.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
