2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (185 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
