1992 BMW 540 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 540 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |