1984 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
