2009 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 252 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
