2009 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 28 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
