1957 BMW 600 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 630 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2640 mm |
