2006 BMW 650 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 650 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
