2009 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 404 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1980 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |