2007 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |