2005 BMW 730 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 27 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 644 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
