2006 BMW 523 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 735 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1967 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
