2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 432 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Alpina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
