2010 BMW 528 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona. 1976 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 528 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2510 mm |
