2006 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
