2000 BMW 528 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 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 528 (279 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 528 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 528 | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |