2005 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
