2008 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |