1998 BMW 845 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 845 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
