2000 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 22 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
