1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 125 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
