2000 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1974 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
