1987 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Celica | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 135 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
