2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
