2007 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
