1995 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
