2002 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
