2007 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 29 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, 2007 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 325 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 1505 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
