2000 BMW 525 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |