1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 46 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
