1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 33 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 435 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 123 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
