2001 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
