2004 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
