2005 BMW 545 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
