2006 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
