1990 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
