1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
