1974 Toyota Celica vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Celica | 1995 BMW 730 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Celica | 730 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |