1988 BMW M6 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
