1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 530 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
