1988 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 BMW 530. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1988 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 530 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |