2009 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
