2006 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
