2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |