1980 BMW 628 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |