2005 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |