2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 1981 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
