2008 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 335 | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |