2007 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
