2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Because 2000 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
