1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona.
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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Pickster | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |