2009 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
