2004 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW M6 1997 Toyota Corolla
Make BMW Toyota
Model M6 Corolla
Year Released 2004 1997
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4998 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2470 mm