2002 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW M3 | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 77 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |