2007 BMW 745 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 935 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
