1991 BMW Z1 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW Z1 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1991 BMW Z1 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 1991 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
