2009 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
