2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 510 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 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
