2009 BMW X6 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 46 L |
