2009 BMW 760 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 376 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1984 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 2009 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 760 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
