1991 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1983 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
