2009 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
