1999 BMW 323 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 25 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 460 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |