2009 BMW 535 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
