2001 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
