2007 BMW 328 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 162 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1983 Toyota Corolla 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. 1983 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 328 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 328 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |