2008 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1970 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 740 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make BMW Toyota
Model 740 Corolla
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3901 cc 1077 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2290 mm


 

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