2007 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |