2007 BMW 328 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
