1988 BMW 730 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
