2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 811 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M6 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 2013 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | M6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
