2005 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |