1999 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 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 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
