2001 BMW L7 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2001 BMW L7 and 2001 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 205 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW L7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW L7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | L7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
