2001 BMW L7 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 L7 (350 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | L7 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 995 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
