1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |