1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 Pickster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Pickster | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
