2000 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
