1983 BMW 628 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1983 BMW 628 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 628 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 628. 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 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 628 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |