2007 BMW M6 vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1975 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |