2009 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
