1986 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 335 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |