1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Celica weights approximately 129 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
