2000 BMW 323 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
