2007 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
