2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
