1990 BMW 730 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
