1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 968 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | X5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2934 mm |
