1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 330 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
