2001 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1976 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 (390 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
