1993 BMW 856 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 11 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 685 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 856 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
