2007 BMW 760 vs. 1979 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1979 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 760 1979 Toyota Corona
Make BMW Toyota
Model 760 Corona
Year Released 2007 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 439 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2530 mm


 

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