1999 BMW 740 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
