1998 BMW M vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
