1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 330 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
