2008 BMW 530 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
