2007 BMW 130 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 1985 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
