2009 BMW 760 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 760 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 760 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |