1999 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |