2000 BMW 328 vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. 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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
