1986 BMW 316 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
