1987 BMW 324 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 13 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 290 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 324 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
