2004 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
