1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 26 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 858 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
