2008 BMW 328 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
