2003 BMW 545 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
