2009 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
