2009 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |