2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla 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 289 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 920 kg more than 1988 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
