1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 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 Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
