1988 BMW 524 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1988 BMW 524 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 1988 BMW 524. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 524 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
