2003 BMW 645 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1980 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 645 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
