2007 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |