2008 BMW 760 vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1966 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 760 | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |