2004 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
