1998 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1998 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
