2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 147 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
