2005 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 834 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |