2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1982 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
