2007 BMW 130 vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 2007 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
