1982 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1982 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corsa | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 550 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 4400 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
