2005 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
