2012 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X5 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Corona |
Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |