2008 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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, 2008 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |