1983 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
