1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1981 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | X6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2934 mm |
