2009 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
