2008 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 885 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 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 | 1830 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |