2001 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |