2001 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 745 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |