2002 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW M3 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |