1999 BMW M5 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 19 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 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 795 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
