1983 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1983 BMW 320 and 1983 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320.
Because 1983 BMW 320 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 1983 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |