2009 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
