1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 530 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
