2008 BMW X6 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 BMW X6 is newer by 30 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X6 weights approximately 1020 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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X6 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
