2006 BMW 523 vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
