1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 550 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
