2006 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 1967 Toyota Corolla
Make BMW Toyota
Model 325 Corolla
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2490 cc 1077 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 184 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 72.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 61 L


 

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