1994 BMW 518 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 BMW 518.
Because 1994 BMW 518 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 1994 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 518 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |