2006 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
