2006 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona 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 130 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
