2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
