1992 BMW 540 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 13 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 470 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
