2006 BMW 120 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 28 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, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 655 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
