2004 BMW 318 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
