1982 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
