1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 24 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 750 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
