1984 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Celica | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Celica | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |