2000 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |