2008 BMW 523 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
