2005 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 330 (290 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
