2007 BMW 335 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 483 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
