2009 BMW M6 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |