2003 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
