2006 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 610 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
