1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
