1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1182 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.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
