2007 BMW 328 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
