2009 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
