1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M6 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 M6. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | M6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2781 mm |