1992 BMW 740 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 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 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
