2001 BMW Compact vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 725 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Compact | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
