2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW Z4 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make BMW Toyota
Model Z4 Corolla
Year Released 2006 1979
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 189 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 862 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2410 mm


 

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