1990 BMW 518 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. Both 1990 BMW 518 and 2008 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,794 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 518 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
