2009 BMW 335 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
