2007 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |