1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 330 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |