2009 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica.
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, 2009 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
