2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 870 kg more than 1961 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1961 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1961 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
