2007 BMW 118 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
