1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 710 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 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 328 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
