2009 BMW 750 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
