1983 Toyota Corona vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona. 1999 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corona | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corona | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
