1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 198 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
