2005 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
