2007 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 130 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1973 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 X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
