1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 107 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
