2008 BMW 760 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 342 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 760 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
