1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
