1998 BMW 728 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 728 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
